Events for the week of February 21 - 27

THE HEART GALLERY EXHIBIT
Date: All of February
Time: All Day
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: VIEWING AREA--1ST FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: EXHIBIT
Description: The Heart Gallery of Metro Orlando is an innovative gallery-style photo exhibit that features some of the foster children available for adoption in central Florida.

This touching traveling exhibit raises awareness of the critical need for more foster and adoptive parents. It display each child with a large artistic portrait and includes information about each child's needs and interests.

The Heart Gallery of Metro Orlando is a program of Family Services of Metro Orlando and the State of Florida Department of Children and Families. Family Services of Metro Orlando is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to bringing people together to create possibilities for children and families living in Osceola and Orange Counties.

Did you know that Central Florida is second in the nation in numbers of abused and neglected children? Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these children!

Visit the Family Services of Metro Orlando website.

GOT 2 GAME
Date: Monday, February 22, 2010
Time: 3:30 PM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description: Game on with Wii and Playstation II systems. Bring games and challenge friends to rounds of Super Smash Bros Brawl, Rock Band, and more!

HAVE HEART, GIVE LIFE ---BLOOD DRIVE
Date: Monday, February 22, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM
Library: BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Florida's Blood Centers are looking for heroes to give blood on the Little Red Bus. Besides saving lives, all donors will receive a free mini physical and glucose test as well as a surprise.

TODDLER TALES
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY; VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL; THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Walkers from 18-36 months are invited to dance, sing, do finger-plays, and listen to great stories. These storytimes help encourage emerging language skills.

GENEALOGY RESEARCH AND ASSISTANCE
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Receive research help from the experts! Volunteering members from the Genealogy Club of Osceola County will assist with genealogy research. Visit the Genealogy Lab on the first floor of the Hart Memorial Central Library for friendly, family research advice & help.
Visit the Genealogy Club of Osceola County's website.

PRESCHOOL ROCKIN READERS
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY;
Location: LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL; THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Preschoolers and their grownups are invited to theme-based storytimes geared for the interests and development stages of three-five year old. Join in songs, flannel board stories rhymes, and books-of course! This interactive program builds early literacy skills.

HAVE HEART, GIVE LIFE ---BLOOD DRIVE
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Florida's Blood Centers are looking for heroes to give blood on the Little Red Bus. Besides saving lives, all donors will receive a free mini physical and glucose test as well as a surprise.
Registration Required:NO

$ GETTING OUT OF DEBT (IN ENGLISH) $
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 12:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Is debt stressing you out and keeping you up at night? Create a debt reduction plan to better manage current debt and get out of debt faster! This outstanding informational program is presented in English by Laura Royer, Extension Agent,from the University of Florida and Osceola County Extension Services.

*Please Pre-register for this super financial planning seminar by registering online at www.osceolalibrary.org or by calling the Library at 407.742.8888*
Registration Required:YES

MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 1:30 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Join this big ol' fun storytime for toddlers and preschoolers. A mixture of favorite stories, songs, and fingerplays geared for toddlers and preschoolers will delight & entertain!

BÁSICO DE COMPUTADORAS II
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: TECHNOLOGY TRAINING LAB--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: COMPUTER WORKSHOP
Description:Conozca el escritorio o "desk top," como crear un archibo y guardar documentos. Esto y mucho más aprenderá en este segundo nivel del Básico de Computadoras. Nivel 2

KIDZ KABOOM
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH; HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL; LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Hey Kids! Imaginations go KABOOM in this afterschool program for 1st to 5th graders. Investigations, exploration and creativity skills are the only things needed to join in this fun program series. A different theme is featured each month for cool activities, stories, games, crafts, and more.

TEEN MOVIE AFTERNOON
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 4:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: ROSEADA ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description: Bring friends and snacks to watch "9" on the Library's big screen! MPAA rating PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

HAVE HEART, GIVE LIFE ---BLOOD DRIVE
Date: Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Time: 5:00 PM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Florida's Blood Centers are looking for heroes to give blood on the Little Red Bus. Besides saving lives, all donors will receive a free mini physical and glucose test as well as a surprise.

TODDLER TALES
Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY; BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH; MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Walkers from 18-36 months are invited to dance, sing, do finger-plays, and listen to great stories. These storytimes help encourage emerging language skills.

PRESCHOOL ROCKIN READERS
Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Time: 11:00 AM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY; BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH; MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Preschoolers and their grownups are invited to theme-based storytimes geared for the interests and development stages of three-five year old. Join in songs, flannel board stories rhymes, and books-of course! This interactive program builds early literacy skills.

USING THE INTERNET
Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: TECHNOLOGY TRAINING LAB--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: COMPUTER WORKSHOP
Description: New to the Web? Learn browser basics like how to type web addresses and bookmark your favorites. Explore the Internet with search engines and discover which web-based email is best for you. Level 2

KIDZ KABOOM
Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Time: 2:30 PM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY; BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH; MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Hey Kids! Imaginations go KABOOM in this afterschool program for 1st to 5th graders. Investigations, exploration and creativity skills are the only things needed to join in this fun program series. A different theme is featured each month for cool activities, stories, games, crafts, and more.

GOT 2 GAME
Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Time: 2:30 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description: Game on with Wii and Playstation II systems. Bring games and challenge friends to rounds of Super Smash Bros Brawl, Rock Band, and more!

STARS
Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Time: 5:00 PM
Library: VETERANS MEMORIAL LIBRARY--ST. CLOUD BRANCH
Location: THE ROBERT A. FISK ROOM--2ND FLOOR--VETERANS MEMORIAL
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description: *Student Teens Advising Rookie Students* Students in grades K-8 are welcome to show up for a free tutoring session with a teen advisor. Sign up sheets will be available at the beginning of the program.

AVOIDING FORECLOSURE- PRESENTED BY LITA EPSTEIN
Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Time: 5:30 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Location: LILLIE ROOM--2ND FLOOR--HART MEMORIAL
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Lita Epstein, acclaimed author of over 25 Financial Planning books, will answer "250 Questions to Avoid Foreclosure" with plenty of tips and information to help people develop wise financial strategies, improve their current situation, as well as plan for their future needs.

Epstein earned her MBA from Emory University's Business School and served as associate director of development for President Jimmy Carter's international programs at the Carter Center. She was the Content Director for MostChoice.com and managed the website "Investing for Women." She has worked as a newspaper reporter and magazine editor. Epstein has learned how to work inside and around the government as a press secretary in Congress, and she's visiting the Library to answer any and all financial questions!! Please don't miss this opportunity to glean information from a nationally known Financial Guru!

BOOK CLUB CHOICE: THE LOST SYMBOL BY DAN BROWN
Date: Thursday, February 25, 2010
Time: 2:00 PM
Library: POINCIANA BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: THE POINCIANA ROOM--POINCIANA BRANCH
Event Type: BOOK CLUB
Description: Summary: Symbologist Robert Langdon returns in this new thriller follow-up to The Da Vinci Code. Come for a lively discussion.

TEEN MOVIE AFTERNOON
Date: Thursday, February 25, 2010
Time: 3:30 PM
Library: BUENAVENTURA LAKES BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: MULTIPURPOSE ROOM--BUENAVENTURA LAKES
Event Type: TEEN EVENT
Description: Bring friends and snacks to watch "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen" on the Library's big screen! MPAA rating PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

GENEALOGY RESEARCH AND ASSISTANCE
Date: Thursday, February 25, 2010
Time: 7:00 PM
Library: HART MEMORIAL CENTRAL LIBRARY
Event Type: ADULT EVENT
Description: Receive research help from the experts! Volunteering members from the Genealogy Club of Osceola County will assist with genealogy research. Visit the Genealogy Lab on the first floor of the Hart Memorial Central Library for friendly, family research advice & help. Visit the website for the Genealogy Club of Osceola County.

MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME
Date: Friday, February 26, 2010
Time: 10:15 AM and 11:00 AM
Library: WEST OSCEOLA BRANCH LIBRARY
Location: OPEN AREA--WEST OSCEOLA
Event Type: CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Description: Join this big ol' fun storytime for toddlers and preschoolers. A mixture of favorite stories, songs, and fingerplays geared for toddlers and preschoolers will delight & entertain.